Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) and TheZebra.com announced a technology partnership on Aug. 12, 2026, designed to connect Root's auto insurance platform with The Zebra's consumer marketplace and independent agent network.

Under the agreement, consumers shopping on The Zebra can receive real-time Root quotes and move directly to Root's digital platform to complete a purchase. Independent agents using The Zebra's agency management systems can generate Root quotes and transfer into Root's agent portal, where they can finalize and bind policies.

"Today's consumers and insurance agents expect speed, precision, and convenience from their digital experiences," said Jason Shapiro, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Root. "Connecting Root's platform with The Zebra ensures we are meeting high-intent shoppers wherever those decisions happen."

David Seider, Chief Commercialization Officer at The Zebra, said the partnership "expands the range of personalized insurance options available through our platform and creates a smoother experience from quote to purchase."

Root states that its agent portal allows policies to be bound in as little as three minutes. The integration also aims to reduce manual data entry for agents handling applications.

Root's app has reached 18 million downloads and has analyzed more than 37 billion miles of driving data, according to the company. The Zebra has operated for over 10 years as an insurance comparison platform serving customers across the United States.